A need for increased fuel efficiency, lighter vehicles, and a need to meet new environmental regulations, alongside a need for delivering superior value to customer, means that automotive companies are focusing on developing new materials to keep up with policies, as well as increased demand.
Automotive Materials is therefore an increasingly important area of study, as the industry operates to meet changing needs. The very fabric that our vehicles are made of need to reflect this, as well as maintaining appearance, functionality and safety aspects, all whilst keeping costs ...
A need for increased fuel efficiency, lighter vehicles, and a need to meet new environmental regulations, alongside a need for delivering superior value to customer, means that automotive companies are focusing on developing new materials to keep up with policies, as well as increased demand.<br/><br/>Automotive Materials is therefore an increasingly important area of study, as the industry operates to meet changing needs. The very fabric that our vehicles are made of need to reflect this, as well as maintaining appearance, functionality and safety aspects, all whilst keeping costs to the customer down. <br/><br/>Our Automotive Materials degree combines the core elements of materials engineering with specific training of relevance to the automotive industries. Selected modules are taught in conjunction with the Department of Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering. <br/><br/>This course will give you the opportunity to explore and deepen your knowledge and understanding of the scientific, engineering and design aspects of automotive materials, their structure, properties, processing, and in-service behaviour.<br/><br/>At Loughborough, our course will take you from the fundamental science and engineering of materials, to the cutting-edge of the subject. During your time with us, you will have access to our state-of-the-art experimental labs to complement your lectures and will be taught by world-leading academics whose influence extends outside of the lecture theatre. In year three, students will complete a research project on a specific topic of interest supervised by a member of academic staff, potentially in collaboration with an industrial partner. <br/><br/>Backed by all sectors of the automotive and transport industries, this is the definitive course to prepare you for a career in an important industrial world market.<br/><br/>Our Automotive Materials course utilises the resources and expertise for which Loughborough University is a Centre of Excellence and is recognised as such by BAE Systems, Jaguar Land Rover, Ford Motor Company and Rolls-Royce, as well as national research and education leaders in materials and automotive engineering. It offers a special blend of materials engineering knowledge linked to an appreciation of vehicle and engine design, plus management skills and the international awareness that is required of professional engineers.<br/><br/>Whats the difference between MEng and BEng?<br/>The first two years of a BEng or MEng share the same content, format and structure, with a good mix of theory, application and practical content from day one. The MEng differs from the BEng course in the third and fourth years by offering the opportunity to study technical and management topics at a more advanced level. It is possible to transfer from a BEng to an MEng from the start of the course up to the end of the second year, providing that the transfer progression criteria have been met.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
30/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
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Course Code
J552
Institution Code
L79
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelA,A,A AAA including two from Maths, Physics and Chemistry Access to HE DiplomaConsidered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme37 37 (6,6,6 HL) including any two of Maths, Chemistry or Physics at HL Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*DD BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in a relevant subject: D*DD with Distinctions in all Maths units Preferred subjects: Aeronautical, Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information. GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE Maths and English Language grade 4/C Scottish Advanced HigherA,A AA including two from Maths, Physics and Chemistry, plus Highers at majority A and B grades Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalThis qualification is accepted in combination with other qualifications. For details please contact Loughborough University Extended ProjectWe recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/ Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels as long as individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/ T LevelFor 2024 entry, T Levels are currently being considered on a case by case basis. More information can be found on our website at https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/ |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £27,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |